December weather forecastGelsenkirchen, Germany
December
Weather in December
December ushers in the winter season in Gelsenkirchen, reminiscent of the early January weather. The transitioning landscapes transform into winter wonderlands, and snowfall greets the city again after a long break. The shorter daylight hours are coupled with cold winds and high humidity levels. Snow graces the city adding up to 7mm (0.28") of pristine white layer, making for a scenic end of the calendar year. As holiday lights illuminate the city, the snowy landscapes of Gelsenkirchen become even more enchanting.Temperature
The arrival of December in Gelsenkirchen signals a subtle shift in temperature, down from a frosty 9.2°C (48.6°F) in November to a wintry 5.7°C (42.3°F). A consistent nighttime average temperature of 2.1°C (35.8°F) is maintained during December.Humidity
The most humid month in Gelsenkirchen is December, with an average relative humidity of 87%.Rainfall
The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 10 days and typically aggregates up to 17mm (0.67") of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Gelsenkirchen, Germany, are January through March and December. December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 3.2 snowfall days, it receives 7mm (0.28") of snow. Throughout the year, there are 11.1 snowfall days, and 25mm (0.98") of snow is accumulated.Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 7h and 54min of daylight.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 08:15 and sunset at 16:26. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 08:37 and sunset at 16:32 CET.
Sunshine
December has the least sunshine of the year in Gelsenkirchen, with an average of 3.3h of sunshine.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index in Gelsenkirchen are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: A maximum daily UV index of 2 during December morphs into the following directions:
Most individuals face no major issues with lengthy exposure to the sun, but children, infants, and individuals with fair skin always require protection. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate
Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Gelsenkirchen, Germany
- Average high temperature in December: 5.7°C
The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (23.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (4.4°C).
- Average low temperature in December: 2.1°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (14.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (0.5°C).
Average pressure in December
Gelsenkirchen, Germany
- Average pressure in December: 1016mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (1017.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1012.9mbar).
Average wind speed in December
Gelsenkirchen, Germany
- Average wind speed in December: 16.5km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (16.5km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (10.9km/h).
Average humidity in December
Gelsenkirchen, Germany
- Average humidity in December: 87%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (70%).
Average rainfall in December
Gelsenkirchen, Germany
- Average rainfall in December: 17mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (17mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (6mm).
Average rainfall days in December
Gelsenkirchen, Germany
- Average rainfall days in December: 10 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (11.4 days).
The months with the least rainy days are February and September (7.1 days).
Average snowfall in December
Gelsenkirchen, Germany
- Average snowfall in December: 7mm
The month with the highest snowfall is February (8mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0mm).
Average snowfall days in December
Gelsenkirchen, Germany
- Average snowfall days in December: 3.2 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Gelsenkirchen, Germany
- Average daylight in December: 7h and 54min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 54min).
- Average sunshine in December: 3h and 18min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 3h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in December
Gelsenkirchen, Germany
- Average sunshine days in December: 15.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is April (20.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (15.8 days).
Average UV index in December
Gelsenkirchen, Germany
- Average UV index in December: 2
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in December
Gelsenkirchen, Germany
- Average cloud cover in December: 67
The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 67).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 40).
Average visibility in December
Gelsenkirchen, Germany
- Average visibility in December: 9km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (9km).
